“The long-awaited budget has finally been passed this week, but it’s far from a success. When we think about money, usually more means better. But in this case, all we got was more spending and economic damage.” “New York’s ballooning state...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) co-hosted a blood drive at the East Meadow Public Library with legislative colleagues Assemblyman John Mikulin (R,C-Bethpage), Sen. Steven Rhoads and Nassau County Legislator Thomas McKevitt on Friday, April 14, 2023....

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) joined his legislative colleagues today for a press conference in Albany to discuss New York state’s dismal tax climate and propose solutions for an economically-prosperous state. Ra stood alongside Assemblyman...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) attended a press conference in Albany today to support his colleagues’ release of their final report from the Minority Conference Task Force on School Safety & Security. The report puts forth legislative solutions...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) today was joined by Town of Hempstead Supervisor Donald Clavin, Eric Swenson of the Hempstead Harbor Protection Committee, Senator Steve Rhoads, Senator Dean Murray, and local officials from across Long Island and...

 “It is extremely disappointing to see the Assembly Majority continue on their path of irresponsible spending, which only further inflates taxes for New Yorkers who are already economically overburdened. Their budget proposal increases taxes by $3.8...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) and the Conference of Italian-American State Legislators are proud to announce that applications are now being accepted for the group’s annual scholarship program. Four scholarships will be awarded to New York state...

“The governor has released 30-day amendments that make no substantive changes to her Executive Budget proposal released last month. While I am not surprised by the failure to change the ill-conceived housing proposal, I am nevertheless disheartened...

“"During the Joint Legislative Budget Hearing on Local Government this morning, I reiterated my opposition to Gov. Hochul's draconian zoning proposal which would fundamentally change Nassau County. The transit-oriented re-zoning requirement that would...

“The governor’s $227 billion budget proposal leaves much to be desired for Long Island taxpayers. While the investments in key areas like mental health and childcare are welcome, this proposal fails to address the needs of New Yorkers in the areas...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) today attended a press conference alongside members from the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences to discuss the need for greater judicial discretion in relation to high crime rates as a result of enacted bail...

In honor of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) introduced his Praise Our Police (POP) program to local school districts in the 19th Assembly District. This program provided students with an opportunity to express their...

“Like last year, Gov. Hochul is again putting forward a proposal to drastically reduce local control of zoning. Allowing a state-controlled entity to second guess local decision making even when a proposal violates local zoning is not the correct path...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) recently presented four new Eagle Scouts from Troop 201 of Herricks with citations commemorating their hard work and dedication to their communities in reaching the Eagle Scout Rank. The four members of the Troop...

“This fall, I heard the calls from voters saying they were concerned with rising crime and the ever-growing cost of living. Both of these issues are a major reason for many New Yorkers leaving for other states to pursue a better quality of life. Instead...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R - Franklin Square) recently wrapped up his annual toy drive to benefit the Child Life Program at NYU Langone Hospital and the John Theissen Children's Foundation. These are the schools that participated in this year’s toy drive:...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) joined the eighth-grade students from Notre Dame School in New Hyde Park as the students were visited by 18 military veterans to interview them about their military experience and how it impacted their lives. Sketches...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) recently held his 4th annual Active Living and Learning Series at the Garden City Senior Center. Various presentations given throughout the month of October by health professionals of many different specializations...

Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) honored this year's Women of Distinction honorees on Saturday, Sept. 24. This was the Assemblyman’s 9th year hosting this celebration, where women from the district were selected for their notable accomplishments...

Show me a controversial issue in the political world today and you'll see opposing sides put forth evidence showcasing why their arguments are correct. So, it comes as no surprise that when New York City Mayor Eric Adams introduced data regarding repeat...